War-Trauma Informed Teaching Practices for Elementary School Students

Abstract

The purpose of this study is twofold: 1) to develop a practical handbook with relevant information, classroom strategies, and resources to help classroom and school teachers understand and respond to multi-language learner students with war trauma; and 2) to help raise consciousness of war-trauma effects on children and to address the importance of appropriate classroom practice while attending the specific needs of students affected with war trauma. This study aims to bridge the existing educational frameworks and theories and the specific needs of war- affected students, ensuring that educators are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to continue creating a nurturing and supportive classroom environment.